6.32-6.33 Geography and Culture of Ancient China

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What geographic feature influenced the origins of ancient Chinese civilization?

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The Yellow River Valley

Front

How did China's geography help its cultural identity?

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It created a unique yet diverse cultural identity.

Front

Why was governing ancient China difficult?

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The size of the country

Front

What concept emerged as a solution to governing difficulties in ancient China?

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Mandate of Heaven

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Which philosophy was used alongside the Mandate of Heaven to solve governing issues in ancient China?

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Legalism

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In what year did the Zhou overthrow the Shang leaders?

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1050 BCE

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How long did the Zhou dynasty rule?

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800 years

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What was a major factor in the downfall of the Zhou dynasty?

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Expansion of iron

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What did the Zhou recordings claim about the Shang rulers?

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They were corrupt

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Why were the Zhou able to conquer the Shang?

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The Shang warriors refused to fight.